Amar Kaushik

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Vicky Kaushal will begin prep for Amar Kaushik’s Mahavatar in June 2026 after wrapping Love & War with Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt. The film shoots from January to December 2027. He’ll avoid other projects. Meanwhile, Love & War targets a January 2027 release. Vicky and Katrina Kaif welcomed a baby boy in November 2025.

Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal lightened the mood on social media with a witty exchange, giving fans an inside look at the joys and challenges of new parenthood after welcoming their son, Vihaan, in late 2025. Their playful jabs over sleepless nights resonated with many.

Varun Dhawan shared a fun BTS video from 'Hai Jawani To Ishq Hona Hai', featuring Salman Khan, whom he called “India’s biggest bachelor.” The clip showcased their bond. The teaser and song ‘Vyah Karwado Ji’ gained buzz. Varun’s recent work includes Border 2, Bhediya, Baby John and Citadel: Honey Bunny.

In an exciting development for fans of epic cinema, Shraddha Kapoor emerges as the frontrunner for the grand mythological film 'Mahavatar', where she will star alongside Vicky Kaushal as the iconic Chiranjeevi Parashurama. Under the direction of Amar Kaushik and the production of Dinesh Vijan, talks with Kapoor are already in progress, with a shooting schedule set to commence post-June. Read on to know more in detail.

Amar Kaushik, director of 'Stree 2', will produce Ayushmann Khurrana's upcoming vampire comedy 'Thamba', set to start filming in two months as part of the Maddock Supernatural Universe. He also confirmed that the script for 'Bhediya 2' starring Varun Dhawan is under development, while enjoying the success of 'Stree 2'.

Director Amar Kaushik has clarified rumors surrounding the upcoming film 'Mahavatar'. He denied reports that actor Vicky Kaushal and he have given up alcohol and non-vegetarian food for the project. Kaushik urged fans to believe only official announcements. 'Mahavatar' is an ambitious film based on Lord Parashurama. Vicky Kaushal is currently filming 'Love and War'.

Varun Dhawan and Rajkummar Rao have extended support to filmmaker Amar Kaushik’s post slamming a YouTuber for posting racist remarks against Arunachal Pradesh MLA. Paras, who runs a YouTube channel, reportedly referred to MLA Ninong Ering as ‘non-Indian’ in a video and claimed that the 'state was a part of China'. Slamming him, ‘Stree’ director Amar Kaushik called out the need to condemn such remarks.

Filmmaker Amar Kaushik has addressed speculation surrounding Kiara Advani's potential exit from his upcoming film 'Shakti Shalini'. He clarified that no casting decisions were finalized, dispelling rumors that Aneet Padda replaced Advani. Kaushik explained that casting was still in development during Padda's rise to prominence, with Padda ultimately confirmed as the lead.

Director Amar Kaushik, known for horror-comedy films, chose Alia Bhatt over Deepika Padukone as the better actress during a chat show. He expressed his wish to work with both. Kaushik's 'Stree 2' has seen great success, and he is working on 'Thama' for release in 2025, featuring Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna.

Actor RajKummar Rao shared a heartfelt birthday message for 'Stree 2' director Amar Kaushik on Instagram. 'Stree 2,' featuring Shraddha Kapoor and RajKummar, brings back the spooky yet hilarious setting of the original film. The new trailer reveals a new threat in Chanderi. The sequel is slated for release on August 15.

Director Amar Kaushik spells out how Varun Dhawan's Bhediya transformation scene was shot.

Stree 2, featuring Rajkummar Rao and Shraddha Kapoor, has been a box office success, earning Rs 506 crore worldwide. Director Amar Kaushik introduced 'Soft Chitti,' a lullaby adapted from 'The Big Bang Theory,' inspired by an assistant director's real-life habit. The film has continued the unique horror-comedy blend that made the 2018 original a hit.

Shah Rukh Khan has reportedly declined a role in Maddock Films' horror-comedy 'Chamunda,' preferring to work on a new project instead. Directed by Amar Kaushik and featuring Alia Bhatt, the film is part of a cinematic universe that Khan did not wish to join. Meanwhile, Khan is set to star in 'King' and 'Pathaan 2.'

Amar Kaushik talked about Varun Dhawan and Kriti Sanon-starrer Bhediya's failure at the box office.

While Dinesh Vijan and Amar Kaushik’s ‘Stree’ is setting the cash registers ringing at the box-office, the producer-director duo has zeroed in on their next project which apparently deals with the subject of surrogacy.

Director Amar Kaushik is all set for the release of his upcoming film, ‘Bhediya’ which is the third film in Dinesh Vijan’s horror-comedy universe.

On Friday, Varun Dhawan extended heartfelt birthday wish to the 'Bhediya' director Amar Kaushik.

Amar Kaushik's commitment to creating films that connect with the audience is evident in his words. "The audience is smart—they know what you're trying to sell them. We need to create films that connect with them. Ultimately, we are serving the audience, and I want them to leave the theatre entertained," he said.

Amar Kaushik’s horror-comedy 'Stree 2' became a superhit at the box office last year and emerged as one of the top-grossing films of 2024. The film served as a sequel to the 2018 hit, which received critical acclaim and box office success. Amar Kaushik has now opened up about the pressure he experienced while working on the film, owing to the high expectations from fans and audiences.

Varun Dhawan will soon be seen in an all new avatar in Amar Kaushik’s highly anticipated next ‘Bhediya’.

On Saturday, Amar Kaushik, who’s an assistant director to Onir, got the shock of his life on a local train where he was discussing Anurag Kashyap’s Dev D loudly and lavishly with his friends.

Vicky Kaushal will be seen as Lord Parashurama in the upcoming film 'Mahavatar'. The film will be directed by Amar Kaushik. Dinesh Vijan is producing the film under his banner Maddock Films. 'Mahavatar' is scheduled to release in theatres on Christmas 2026. The film will start production in November 2025. Vicky Kaushal is currently busy with his other projects.

Vicky Kaushal’s 'Mahavatar' is once again in the limelight, with Deepika Padukone reportedly approached as the female lead. While talks are at an early stage, she’s considered ideal for the role. Meanwhile, Vicky balances Amar Kaushik’s mythological epic with Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s 'Love & War', set for release in 2026.

Ayushmann Khurrana and Bhumi Pednekar are all set to come together on the big screen once again with their upcoming film ‘Bala’. Directed by Amar Kaushik, the social drama will bring together the hit pair for the third time.

Varun Dhawan’s cameo as Bhediya in ‘Thamma’ impressed audiences, expanding the character’s powers beyond ‘Stree 2’. Filmmaker Amar Kaushik said Varun loves the new look and pressures him for a sequel. Fans eagerly await a full-length ‘Bhediya’ film, which Kaushik hopes to start soon.

'Bhediya' director Amar Kaushik revealed why he roped in Bollywood actor Varun Dhawan for his film. Amar, who is known for directing films such as 'Stree', 'Bala', 'Sone Bhi Do Yaaro' and many more, shared how he approached the actor with the script.

After 'Stree', director Amar Kaushik's next film 'Bala' is also set in a small town and revolves around a prematurely balding man and a woman facing prejudice because of her skin colour.